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Want real change in 2024?

January again. Start to a fresh year. A blank page. I don´t know about you, but I ditched resolutions many years ago. They never seemed to work that long and ended up being another way to beat myself up about myself, my willpower, anything really. Now people talk more about a word for the year […]

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Festive Season or Christmas
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How to enjoy the holiday season without the stress, overwhelm, ´hangover´!

How to have a more mindful or conscious holiday season that won´t wreck your mental or physical health. As the holiday season approaches, midlife women often find themselves navigating a whirlwind of festivities (including organising it all), delicious treats, and celebratory libations. Yes, it is also a time for joy, celebration, family, but, from my […]

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The Ultimate Question: What is the Purpose of Life for Women in Midlife?

 First up, what does life purpose mean? Yes, this is deep stuff.  The Purpose of Life: Life’s purpose can be defined as the overarching reason for our existence, the driving force that gives our lives meaning and direction. It is the compass that guides our choices, actions, and interactions with the world around us. It […]

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What almost everyone gets wrong about midlife

Exposing 4 myths and misinformation about midlife. Contrary to popular belief, many people experience increased happiness and life satisfaction during midlife. Would you agree? From my personal experience I certainly feel freer to do things and care a bit less about what people think now I am 50 (but it is still a work in […]

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Do You Ever Feel Invisible?

Why feeling invisible is a common experience for midlife women and mums Feeling invisible, overlooked, ignored, or unnoticed by others is something we can all experience at some point during our lives. It can manifest in any area of our life, whether in our relationships, work, or social interactions. Being aware of feeling invisible is […]

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The Journey to Self-Discovery: Why It Matters for Midlife Women and Mums

How does Self Discovery help yourself? According to research around 60% of women report feeling disconnected from their true selves Sound familiar to you? I have heard women (including myself in the past) share how they don´t know who they really are anymore.    Feeling lost.  Feeling like something is missing.  We have been so caught […]

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How to Stop Being a People Pleaser

Understanding the People Pleasing Phenomenon People pleasing is pretty common, especially amongst us women. In fact, perhaps unsurprisingly approximately 85% of people-pleasers are women. So what is people pleasing? Prioritising others, doing or saying what we ´think´ we should do and generally thinking about everyone else. People pleasing is a behavior pattern in which individuals […]

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Nurture Yourself: A Guide to Midlife Self Care for Busy Mums

Why is Self Care in Midlife is Crucial for Mums? First up, what is self-care? Self-care is any activity that we do deliberately in order to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. It is different for each of us. To find out more about why important, particularly in midlife when we can […]

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Summer Sanity: 8 Healthy Habits for Mums Navigating Teens and School Holidays

As summer arrives and the school doors close, mums (and dads!) find themselves facing a new challenge: navigating the school holidays with teenagers. The relaxed schedules and increased free time can sometimes lead to chaos and stress. However, by incorporating essential healthy habits into our routines, we can maintain our sanity and create a more […]

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The Power of Self-Care: 6 Benefits for Midlife Mums

Self Care: What is it and Why is it Important? Self care is not just about a day at the spa, a bath, box of chocolates or a glass of wine………… Self-care is any activity that we do deliberately in order to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. In this post we […]

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